Super-cute new job gifts to congratulate your bestie on their fancy new role
Whether your bestie just landed her dream role or your partner has been served up a swanky promotion, you'll want to congratulate them with a new job gift. Y'know – something that screams "I'm SO proud of you" / "Good Luck!" / "You're gunna kill it!!!" Affordable, genuinely useful and thoughtful - these well done on your new job gifts are sure to give them the kick they need to smash their first week at work.
We've searched high and wide for good luck with your new job gifts that suit every budget and recipient. We're talking Champers gift boxes, swanky Cross ballpoint pens, personalised leather mouse mats, daily planners, healthy snack boxes and wellness hampers to help them rewind at the end of their first week. Elsewhere, you'll find an adorable candle with "proud of you" messaging splashed across the front, a Glossier water bottle to pop in their office bag and a Congratulations pint glass. Yes. You read correctly.
After more gift guides? Head this way for gifts for sisters, over here for gifts for teenage girls and in this direction for best friend gifts. We've also got skincare gift sets, gin gift sets, gifts for men, gifts for her and anniversary gift ideas.
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New job gifts for her
Philip Kingsley Elasticizer Therapies Egyptian Jasmine & Mandarin 75ml, £22, ASOS
Why we love it: Upgrade her haircare routine to help her wind down at the end of a long week at her new job. Philip Kingsley's Elasticizer is a fail-safe gift, loved by influencers and beauty editors alike for its ability to leave your tresses soft and weightless.
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Well done on your new job gifts
Nicolas Feuillatte Brut Rosé Champagne, £20, John Lewis
Why we love it: Pop the cork and celebrate their fancy new job with this cute AF bottle of pink Champagne, available at John Lewis.
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New job gift ideas
Cactus Flower & “Tibetan Ginseng” Hydrating Mist, £18.50, Kiehl's
Why we love it: This mist helps skin maintain its essential moisture and works to detoxify and protect skin from environmental aggressors - like office air conditioning. In a travel-size bottle, keep it in desk drawer's or your bag for an instant boost on-the-go!
New job gifts for daughter
'Taking Care Of Business' Briefcase Notepad, £7.99, Not On The High Street
Why we love it: Help her tick off everything on her to-do list with this cute notepad from Not On The High Street.
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Flowers for new job
Our Florist's Pick Seasonal Flower Bouquet, £28, Bloom & Wild
Why we love it: You can't go wrong with flowers when it comes to new job gifts. Bloom & Wild's letterbox flowers can be delivered direct to their door - whether they're home or out smashing their new role.
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Congrats on new job gifts
Congratulations Gift Proud Of You Candle, £17, Not On The High Street
Why we love it: This elegant frosted glass candle is a thoughtful Congratulations Gift for your bestie who just landed her dream job. It's filled with natural soy wax and has a 25-hour burn-time.
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Congrats on new job gifts
Personalised Congratulations Pint Glass, £18, Not On The High Street
Why we love it: Choose between a green or red drop shadow font with this personalised Congratulation pint glass which makes for the perfect new job gift for him or her.
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New job skincare gifts
Olay Vitamin C+AHA24 Day & Retinol24 Night Moisturiser 50ml, Gift Pouch & Gua Sha Face Massager, WAS £76 NOW £38, Boots
With facial stones becoming increasingly popular, this set includes a complimentary gua sha massage stone for that added at home spa feel - so the new employee can wake up every morning to with fresh and radiant looking skin.
New office job gifts
'I'm Kind Of A Big Deal' Handmade Earthenware Cup, £19.50, Not On The High Street
Why we love it: Handmade in white stoneware, this cute engraved coffee mug is the perfect new job gift for your friend who is definitely a big deal.
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New office job gifts
Personalised Initials Premium Leather Mouse Pad, £30, Not On The High Street
Why we love it: One of favourite new job gifts of them all is this leather mouse mat, which can be personalised with their initials. You can choose from block capitals or a curly font.
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New job haircare gifts
Aussie SOS Blonde Giftset, WAS £28 NOW £14, Boots
Kick (br)ass and boost moisture in one hit with Purple Shampoo, Purple Conditioner and a 3 Minute Miracle Hair Mask for blonde hair, infused with Australian superfoods: Wild Plum & Manuka Leaf. Perfect for a first day look that'll impress her new colleagues before she even hits the ground running.
New job gifts for wife
Summer Glow Stack, £95, Trinny London
Why we love it: Trinny London's makeup stacks make for a lovely new job gift. They can pop them in their handbag and top-up their summer makeup look on the go.
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New job gifts
Work Like a Woman: A Manifesto for Change Book, £8.99, Oliver Bonas
Why we love it: Inspire and motivate her with Mary Portas' Work Life a Women - a book packed with advice, tips and decades of business experience from Mary Portas.
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New job gifts for wife
Rose Quartz Facial Roller, £30, The White Company
Why we love it: Help her wind down after a long day at the new office with The White Company's rose quartz facial roller. It is renowned for helping to reduce the appearance of puffy skin and improve the complexion.
Well done on your new job gifts
Work Hard, Play Hard & Be Kind Rainbow Diamond Dust Wall Art, £89.50, Oliver Bonas
Why we love it: We love this rainbow-coloured wall art that would be a great addition to any new desk space or home, reminding them to work hard, play hard and be kind.
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New job gifts
Why we love it: If you're going to treat them to a swanky new water bottle to take with them on their first day at work, it has got to be Glossier's reusable water bottle. Obviously.
New job gifts for daughter
Why we love it: On the hunt for a new job gift for your daughter? Glossier's The Makeup Set contains three staples that every professional needs in her handbag: the iconic Boy Brow eyebrow gel, super-blendable Cloud Paint and the lengthening and volumising Lash Slick mascara.
New job gifts for daughter
Neom Organics London Little Moments Gift Set, £55, John Lewis
Why we love it: Help them create a soothing sanctuary for them to come home to with Neom Organics' Little Moments gift set. Made from a blend of essential oils and natural wax, these 100% natural candles will make them feel calm in an instant.
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New job gifts for girlfriend
Yucca Pink Ceramic Plant Pot Medium, £19.50, Oliver Bonas
Why we love it: A plant pot is a gorgeous new job gift idea. This pink ceramic pot features a concentric circle design and glazed finish.
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New job gifts for girlfriend
Cotton Poplin Face Mask Three Pack, £25, Ganni
Why we love it: Housed in a cute carrying pouch, these three fabric face masks are crafted from organic cotton and finished with stylish ruffling.
Pack of 3 face masks in printed patchwork organic cotton, finished with ruffled details, adjustable elastic ear loops, and a drawstring logo carrying pouch.
New job gifts for boyfriend
CROSS Bailey Light Chrome-Plated Resin Ballpoint Pen, £15, Selfridges
Why we love it: The Cross Bailey Light pen is weightless and comfortable to hold. It's a desk essential.
Funny new job gifts
Set Of 'Girl' And 'Boss' Pearl Hair Slides In Gold, £15, Not On The High Street
Why we love it: Congratulate the girl boss in your life with these adorable pearl hair accessories. You can choose from a whole plethora of gift boxes for them to arrive in - including one which reads "Celebrate".
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New job card
Really Really Proud Of You Card, £3.95, Not On The High Street
Why we love it: No new job gift is complete without a new job card, and this one by Hunter Paper Co. is one of our favourites. Show them how proud you are.
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Cute new job gifts
Yay! Yippee! Congratulations Marble Biscuit Gift Set, £20, Not On The High Street
Why we love it: Sweet and simple, these Congratulations biscuits by Honeywell Bakes have gorgeous marbled icing on top. Almost too good to eat!
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New manager job gifts
Library of Scent Gift Set, £29.50, M&S
Why we love it: Help them relax and unwind at the end of a tough day with this Library of Scent gift box from M&S. It contains three mini diffusers, two glass candles, two room sprays and four wax melts. The scents included are blush peony, lime, bergamot and mandarin, seashells, and pomegranate.
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Food new job gifts
6 Indulgent Chocolate Brownies Letterbox Gift, £12, M&S
Why we love it: This sweet letterbox gift contains six gorgeously chocolatey brownies to congratulate them on their swanky new job.
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New job gift ideas
Congrats Letterbox Biscuits, £25, Biscuiteers
Why we love it: The Biscuiteers have a set of deliciously buttery biscuits for every occasion - a new job being one of them. In this Congratulations gift box, you get four iced biscuits and a free message card at checkout.
New job gifts
The Nine-to-Five Pencil Set, £12, Uncommon Goods
Why we love it: Hand-stamped with made-for-work sayings, such as “as per my last email” and “coffee work wine” this set of eight pencils will help get them through the daily grind.
Congrats on your new job gifts
Urban Ears Plattan 2 wireless headphones, £39.99, Selfridges
Why we love it: These wireless headphones will make commuting a dream with 30+ hours of playtime to listen to their favourite podcast - or Taylor Swift's Red (Taylor's Version) album on repeat. Or, if they're WFH full time, drown out background noise of flatmates and children.
New job gifts for her
You go girl mug, £12, Oliver Bonas
Why we love it: Everyone needs an office mug and one with a motivational saying is sure to cheer them up even on the Monday-ist of Mondays.
Well done on your new job gifts
Gold & Glass Mini Square Multi Photo Frame, £26, Oliver Bonas
Why we love it: Display favourite photos or mementos in this frame that will add a touch of personality to their desk.
New job gifts
This Works Stress Check Breathe In, £12, John Lewis
Why we love it: Refresh and calm senses with this stress relieving aromatherapy roller ball, designed to be used throughout the day to help soothe the mind and manage stress levels
New job gifts ideas
Brew Tea Co. Tins, £12, Anthropologie
Why we love it: Nothing beats a good-old cuppa. Choose from four brightly coloured tins filled with various tea flavours including decaffeinated Ceylon, Moroccan mint, Yunnan Green or lemon & ginger.
Leaving for a new job gifts
Genius Juice Academic Year Diary, £18.69, Papier
Why we love it: Running from August '21 to July '22, this academic diary will help them find their flow with their new role. It features timetables, finance trackers and spaces for meal plans.
